Last updated: July 2, 2025
Awareness of the UV Index is crucial for residents and visitors in Verkhniy Avzyan, where the temperate Dfb climate creates varying levels of sun exposure throughout the day. Understanding UV levels is vital not just for sunburn prevention, but also for maintaining long-term skin health. Throughout the day, UV Index values can peak at 8 around noon, indicating heightened risks of skin damage, especially during the summer months. By staying informed on daily UV readings, you can take proactive steps to protect your skin and enjoy the outdoors safely.
As the sun rises at 7:00 AM, the UV Index starts low at 1, gradually climbing to a moderate 2 by 8:00 AM. The intensity continues to increase, hitting 3 by 9:00 AM and reaching 5 at 10:00 AM. The peak of the day arrives at 12:00 PM with a solid 7, before soaring to a high point of 8 by 1:00 PM and remaining there until 2:00 PM. The UV Index then begins to decline, dropping to 7 by 3:00 PM, 5 by 4:00 PM, and further falling to 3 at 5:00 PM. As daylight fades, the index softens to 2 by 6:00 PM and finally returns to 1 by 7:00 PM. Staying protected from the sun is important as the midday hours present the highest UV levels!
| Time | UVI | Category | Time to Burn |
|---|---|---|---|
| 07:00 | 1 | low | 45 min |
| 08:00 | 2 | low | 45 min |
| 09:00 | 3 | moderate | 30 min |
| 10:00 | 5 | moderate | 30 min |
| 11:00 | 6 | high | 25 min |
| 12:00 | 7 | high | 25 min |
| 13:00 | 8 | very high | 15 min |
| 14:00 | 8 | very high | 15 min |
| 15:00 | 7 | high | 25 min |
| 16:00 | 5 | moderate | 30 min |
| 17:00 | 3 | moderate | 30 min |
| 18:00 | 2 | low | 45 min |
| 19:00 | 1 | low | 45 min |
The UV Index experiences notable seasonal variations, peaking during the summer months. From January to February, the UV Index remains low (1-2), allowing for safe outdoor activities with a burn time of up to 45 minutes. As spring approaches, the UV Index jumps to moderate levels in March (4) and reaches high levels in April (6) and May (7), reducing burn times to 30 minutes and 25 minutes, respectively. Summer months are particularly critical, with July witnessing a very high index of 8—exposing individuals to the risk of sunburn in just 15 minutes. Consequently, August retains high levels (7), followed by a gradual decline in September (5) and October (4), both classified as moderate. Low UV levels return in the fall and winter months (November and December) with indices back to 1-2, allowing for longer exposure without burning. Visitors and residents should be particularly cautious from April to August, utilizing sun protection measures such as sunscreen, hats, and sunglasses to mitigate risks during these high-risk months.
UV Risk Categories
| Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Saint Petersburg UVI | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 7 | 7 | 5 | 4 | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Nizhniy Novgorod UVI | 1 | 2 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 7 | 6 | 5 | 3 | 1 | 1 |
| Yekaterinburg UVI | 1 | 2 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 7 | 6 | 5 | 3 | 1 | 1 |
| Moscow UVI | 1 | 2 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 7 | 6 | 5 | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Novosibirsk UVI | 1 | 2 | 4 | 5 | 7 | 7 | 6 | 6 | 5 | 3 | 1 | 1 |
| Verkhniy Avzyan | 1 | 2 | 4 | 6 | 7 | 7 | 8 | 7 | 5 | 4 | 2 | 1 |